Columbus man turned a $10 scratch-off into a $50,000 payday

Columbus man turned a $10 scratch-off into a $50,000 payday
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COLUMBUS, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player in Columbus struck gold with a $50,000 win on the $500,000 Platinum Jackpot scratch-off.

Kenneth purchased the winning ticket at B & M Market on Lockbourne Road. After taxes, he will take home approximately $36,000.

The $500,000 Platinum Jackpot is a $10 scratch-off game featuring a top prize of $500,000. As of February 10, two top prizes remain unclaimed.

Since its inception, the Ohio Lottery has contributed more than $33 billion to education statewide.